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Sabonis-Chafee, Terry, Ed. – 1985
Information is presented on internships in the Washington, D.C., area that enable students to explore the effects of technology and science on society. Science and engineering student interns work in nonlaboratory environments, and nontechnical students may work in issue areas and newly emerging public policy challenges. The directory includes…
Descriptors: College Students, Consumer Protection, Energy Conservation, Environmental Standards

Social Education, 1996
Presents a teacher's guide for use in conjunction with the Washington, DC, public television station (WETA) four-part television series, "Vote for Me." The series provides a behind-the-scenes look at political factions, and local elections. The Teachers Guide includes program descriptions, previewing, postviewing, and discussion…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Current Events, Curriculum Enrichment
Delaney, Mary Kay; And Others – 1983
Designed to enhance participation in the Close-Up Program's week of study in Washington, D.C. for secondary students, the materials on political processes and issues provided in this student handbook can be useful in secondary level social studies, political science, and current events courses. The booklet is arranged into three sections. Section…
Descriptors: Budgets, Civil Rights, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Court Role